Creating Software simulations

Just wanted to get some thoughts.

I create software simulations using various methods.

1. Using the built in screen recorder in storyline and using The try mode

2. Taking individual screen shots and piecing them together.

I use method 1 if I have access to the software and have a sandpit to put data in.

I use option 2 if I don't have access to sandpit or live versions.

I find und both take about the same time to polish up and produce.

Just wondering how eveyone else does this.

Also does the recorded screen in storyline essentially create a flash video? Where I work we have issues with video media being streamed and I find using method 2 helps to reduce streaming problems.

Thoughts?